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Friday, October 19th, 2018

Listen to originals by Frances Catherine Ihling and guitarist Harry Reilly with fiddler Amy Zakar and drummer David Ross over a delicious community dinner catered by Mediterra restaurant. All proceeds benefit hunger causes including Mercer Street Friends, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Bread for the World and Episcopal Relief & Development. Please RSVP by Wednesday October 17, 2018 by calling 609-216-7770.

Saturday, October 21st, 2017

Build A Scarecrow Halloween Festival

Lullabies and Other Happy Songs - 1:30 pm

Weeden Park, 17 Phillips Avenue Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

Price: Free

Build a scarecrow in Weeden Park and listen to the music of the Beagles (from noon to 1:30) followed by Frances and band mate Harry Reilly performing upbeat lullabies and more at 1:30 in Weeden Park, Lawrenceville, NJ.

Friday, June 16th, 2017

Outdoor show in Hinds Plaza courthard next to the Princeton Public Library. Rain location is the Community Room in the library.

Saturday, May 13th, 2017

Mother Nature Festival

Frances Catherine Ihling and Union County Band - Noon and 3:30

Lawrence Nature Center, 481 Drexel Ave Lawrence, New Jersey 08648

Price: Free

I will be playing upbeat (yes, upbeat!) lullaby concerts with my Union County band tomorrow at the Mother Nature Festival at the Lawrence Nature Center at 12:30 and 3 pm. Also playing will be Miss Amy, a GRAMMY Nominated Artist, Musician, and Fitness Pro who will rock and roll with the kids at this year’s Festival.The festival will also feature a wildlife animal show by the Eyes of the Wild and the dynamic duo, The Grand Falloons from Brooklyn, NY, who teach kids about recycling and the environment. And kids will be learning how electricity is made by solar panels by none other than SolarMan from Advance Solar Products.

Saturday, December 31st, 2016

This New Year’s Eve, First Night Morris will feature over 200 artists and 80 performances in 24 venues, all within walking distance of the historic Morristown Green. It is a true celebration of arts and culture that can be enjoyed by people of all ages in a family-friendly, alcohol-free environment. Two fireworks displays – at 9:15 and midnight –light up the night for thousands of attendees. There is even free shuttle service all evening. Featured performances include everything from classic rock, bluegrass, jazz, and even live reptiles! A unique and wondrous experience for all ages and tastes!

A non-profit 501 (c)3 organization, First Night Morris County offers access to world-class performances for an affordable $20 early-bird ticket price; children 4 and under are admitted free!

An additional two hours of children’s programs will begin at 4:45 PM and continue throughout the evening until 10 PM. A First Night MC will keep the music, fun, and games going on the Green from 7:00 to midnight. Information kiosks, and a Community Expo, will add to what is sure to be a fresh and exciting First Night 2017 experience.

Wednesday, December 28th, 2016

George Street Co-op

Frances Catherine Ihling - acoustic set - 7 pm

89 Morris Street New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (732) 247-8280

Price: Free

If the modern country/folk sound of Alison Krauss and James Taylor is your taste, don’t miss the haunting, clear, pure voice of rising talent, Frances Catherine Ihling,accompanied by Harry Reilly on acoustic guitar, Dan Mulvey on upright bass, and percussionist, David Ross. The band will perform an hour long set comprised of original material and covers at the George Street Co-op on Wednesday December 28th at 7 pm.

Saturday, May 7th, 2016

Friday, April 29th, 2016

Price: $20 General admission, $15 for Friends of the 1867 sanctuary (membership), $5 for school students and for college students with ID

Saturday, April 2nd, 2016

House Party

7 pm Potluck Dinner Party (optional), 8 pm Music

Princeton, NJ 08540

Price: Free

This performance is being hosted in a private residence in Princeton, NJ.

The host has graciously created a wonderful performance space where an optional potluck dinner party will be held at 7 pm, followed by music at 8 pm. This will be a laid-back, super fun time and all are welcome!